1: “Prevention is the Cure”: Dr. Carl Niamatali discusses the Impact of The Coronavirus on the Caribbean

In this episode, we interview Guyanese Physician, Dr. Carl Niamatali, who is an oncologist, social entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for a healthful lifestyle, nutrition and early intervention to avert disease, clarifies what he believes individuals and leaders should be doing to contain the Coronavirus and the death toll.

Dr. Niamatali connects the current coronavirus pandemic with nutrition, lifestyle, and climate change. He shares his perspective on:

1. The implications of the Coronavirus on Caribbean countries

2. Several ways that people can protect themselves through

a. Adhering to the recommended behavior of physical isolation, wearing gloves and
a mask in public.

b. Adopting a disciplined and mindful approach to nutrition, and

c. The implementation of the “7 Pillars” as a philosophy to navigating life during
this crisis and beyond.

3. Climate change and the importance and significance of preserving the Amazon Rainforest, the source for the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine and other medicines.

Call-to-Action:

In addition to following the rules of maintaining social distance, physical isolation when required, wearing a mask and gloves when outdoors, you can also engage in activities to help save the Amazon Rainforest. You can do this by:

· Sending an email to Amazon CEO thanking him for donating to preserve the rainforest, and urging him to do more.

· Learning more about the Amazon rainforest so that you can educate yourself and become a better advocate.

Email link to episode 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/977806/3453358

Please email with any questions and comments to ewvnewyork@gmail.com.

Next episode: How Africa is Battling the Coronavirus Pandemic: An Interview with Dr. Kingsley Lington, UN Communication Specialist.